The New Deal: History, Limitations, and Grassroots Movements

This chapter delves into the history and significance of the New Deal, exploring differing perspectives on its impact and limitations. It highlights the role of grassroots movements, including communist and socialist organizations, in shaping the New Deal and providing support during the Great Depression. The chapter also emphasizes the need for critical analysis, understanding working class consciousness, and engaging with diverse perspectives in order to bring about meaningful change.